GROWING AS A CHRISTIAN 2 Peter 3:18.

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GROWING AS A CHRISTIAN 2 Peter 3:18

In This Lesson We Will: See The Directions In Which A Christian Should Grow Examine Some Of The Measurements Of Growth Look At Some Practical Suggestions For Growth

DIRECTIONS OF GROWTH Upward! Inward! Outward! Downward! Toward Christ (Ephesians 4:15; 1 Peter 2:21-22) Inward! Apply To Self (2 Timothy 2:15) Outward! Attitude And Relationships To Others! Downward! Rooted And Grounded (Colossians 2:6-7)

SOME MEASUREMENTS OF GROWTH Knowledge Of God’s Word (Hebrews 5:11-14) Attitudes Toward Others (Philippians 2:3-4) Self Discipline (Galatians 5:23) Interest (Colossians 3:1-2) The Power To Resist Temptation (James 4:7) Christian Character (Galatians 2:20)

SOME PRACTICAL SUGGESTIONS FOR GROWTH Read And Study The Bible Every Day! Memorize A Bible Verse Every Week! Pray Every Day! Attend Worship Services And Bible Classes Regularly! Attend Gospel Meetings! Attend Special Classes!

CONCLUSION In Order To Get To Heaven, We Must Grow And Mature As A Christian! Our Faith Must Increase! Wishing Will Not Get The Job Done! We Must Make A Diligent Effort And Fervently Pray In Order To Grow And Develop As A Christian!